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(Setting: Tokyo)
With Taemin’s fluency in Japanese, Kibum hardly does any interpreting work during their stay in Tokyo. But determined to be efficient in his job, Kibum wastes no time and creates modules for Taemin to get him started on the basics of English. By the end of the Japan tour, Taemin has wrapped a series of successful shows and mastered many common English expressions.
On their last night in Tokyo, they celebrate at Peter: the Bar, which is in their hotel, The Peninsula. Jonghyun originally wanted them to go to the best club in Ginza, but Kibum convinced him that Peter is the better option because it was designed by interior decorator Yukio Hashimoto, whom Kibum admires, and it has a breathtaking view of the city— brightly-lit skyscrapers on one end and moon-beamed gardens on the other.
Stepping inside the bar, Taemin realizes that Kibum’s taste in practically everything is impeccable. Jonghyun, on the other hand, is delighted because the place has a tastefully y vibe. He cannot wait to dance sensually with his Jinki under the pretense of being buzzed from alcohol. He’s also suddenly grateful for the convenience of partying in the hotel itself.
Drinks start flowing… conservative champagne for starters, but they shift to cocktails once they start loosening up. Soon, Jjong and Jinki are dancing dirtier than the dirty martini they’re drinking.
Kibum notices that Taemin is quietly sipping his Tokyo Joe cocktail (Peter’s signature drink which has Drambuie, gin, ume liqueur, and cranberry juice) while watching his manager-hyung and Jinki on the dancefloor. Kibum chugs his own Tokyo Joe in one go and approaches Taemin.
“Hey, Superstar. Let’s dance.”
Taemin is surprised but his smile is visible in a second.
“You’re seriously going to make me dance? After doing eight shows in this city?”
Kibum laughs so hard he ends up gripping the railing near their table. His animated gesture catches the attention of the DJ, who quickly sees that Kibum is with Lee Taemin.
As a show of camaraderie and as a tribute to their VIP guest, the DJ plays Taemin’s dance hits.
Taemin didn’t think it was possible for Kibum to laugh any louder. The entertainer then starts laughing himself and gestures Kibum to come closer to hear what he has to say.
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